Max had family photos all planned. The whole stage was set from what I was wearing, how my hair was done, how my nails looked to even convincing me to get my makeup done that day. We were at Eaton Preserve, taking photos with both family and the two of us. One pose was set to be sitting. After the pose I was instructed to get up. I got up pretty quick and noticed Max was taking his time getting up. As I turned to check on him, there he was kneeling with a box in his hand. The tears started rolling down my face. He asked “Clarissa, the past 5 years have been the happiest I’ve ever felt and I want that to continue. Will you marry me?”. I continued to cry as I said yes and we continued taking more pictures together newly engaged. This was the beginning of our fairytale and we are excited to continue it throughout the rest of our lives.